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The Rundown – APAC plant coming to Logistics Park to supply GAF

Published on February 25, 2026

At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Commission approved the sale of about 20 acres in the Kansas Logistics Park to APAC-Kansas for a rock and asphalt material production facility. The plant will be a direct supplier for GAF’s shingle manufacturing facility that is under construction.

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One killed in Harvey County grain bin accident

Published on February 21, 2026

One person died Saturday afternoon in a grain bin accident in the 2000 block of South Spencer.

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Join virtual open house to help plan Newton’s future

Published on February 18, 2026

Community members are invited to explore priorities for Newton's future housing, transportation, recreation, and economic growth. Participants can also give feedback on preliminary site design ideas, including the redevelopment of 320 N. Main.

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The Rundown – Commission delays final fireworks decision

Published on February 11, 2026

At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Commission tabled an ordinance setting this year’s fireworks sales and discharge dates, delaying the decision for at least two more weeks.

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Newton & Harvey County seek transportation safety feedback

Published on February 09, 2026

The City of Newton and Harvey County are seeking community feedback as they develop a Transportation Safety Action Plan designed to create a safer, more connected community for drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists.

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The Rundown – City plans for four days of fireworks in 2026

Published on January 28, 2026

At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Commission reversed course from its previous discussion about the 2026 dates of fireworks in Newton, approving a plan for four days of sales and discharge.

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The Rundown – City approves option contract for Newton Depot

Published on January 14, 2026

At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Commission approved an option contract to purchase the historic Newton Depot. The $20,000, 12-month option grants the City an exclusive right, but not an obligation, to purchase the property at a future date for $500,000.

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Public invited to City Planning & Design Workshops

Published on January 05, 2026

Newton residents will have more opportunities to share their thoughts about the community's future at public events next month. A two-day Planning & Design Workshop for the City of Newton’s new comprehensive plan, Newton Next, is set for Feb. 3-4.

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The Rundown – More housing coming to Sand Creek Station Addition

Published on December 24, 2025

At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Commission approved public infrastructure projects that will open up 71 additional residential lots in Sand Creek Station Addition.

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2025: A year of growth and community-building in Newton

Published on December 22, 2025

Mayor Rich Stinnett reflects on 2025 and all the successes, accomplishments, and opportunities it brought to the Newton community.

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News and Announcements

Weekly Update Newsletter

The Rundown – APAC plant coming to Logistics Park to supply GAF

One killed in Harvey County grain bin accident

Join virtual open house to help plan Newton’s future

The Rundown – Commission delays final fireworks decision

Newton & Harvey County seek transportation safety feedback

The Rundown – City plans for four days of fireworks in 2026

The Rundown – City approves option contract for Newton Depot

Public invited to City Planning & Design Workshops

The Rundown – More housing coming to Sand Creek Station Addition

2025: A year of growth and community-building in Newton

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